The Best Camping Lights (and the Red vs. White Quandary)

It’s time to talk camp lights. While venturing into the wilderness and sleeping under the glow of the moon and stars is magical, your chosen camping spot will be so much better with a serious light source.

With a mind-boggling number available to purchase, it can be tough to know which ones truly live up to the hype. Trav gets down and dirty with what off-roaders really need from a camping light. Plus, he digs deep into a subject that every camper deliberates over – the red vs. white light question…

He discusses:

The two primary types of camp lights available: Standard camp lights and premium dimmable camp lights.
The benefits of dimmable lights: While you don’t necessarily need them, they do offer unparalleled versatility.
The importance of a camp light that’s built to last: Why you should buy the best you can afford – and why extruded, anodised aluminium is the best option.
A walk-through of camp light mounting and placement: How to choose a mounting position, how to fix lights where they’re needed and how to tailor light placement to your vehicle’s design.
How to choose the right size and lighting energy requirements: Size really isn’t everything. Trav discusses how to select the optimal lighting option so there’s no worry about excessive battery drain.

And then… It’s time to delve into the red vs. white light question. While white light undoubtedly provides superior visibility, remember that it will attract every bug in the vicinity.

This oft-argued question is discussed in detail – and it really boils down to the requirements of the individual. But the great thing is that many camp lights offer both options, so there’s no need to compromise.

Examples, such as the PDP dimmable dual colour rigid LED lamp and the Lightforce ROK20 LED utility light are just some examples of the lighting options available in the PDP store. And, of course, we’ve got a whole host of advice covering virtually every element of camping, off-roading and kit to help you choose.